Ancient History and History BA (Hons)
University of Southampton

Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 110 graduates of Ancient History and History BA (Hons) and other courses in History at University of Southampton for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in History.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in History
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of History at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24000 | £26000 | £31000 |
25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £28000 | £22000 - £30500 | £25000 - £39000 |
All History courses of University of Southampton
Salary of all UK Graduates of History
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24582 | £23346 | £27705 |
25-75 percentile range | £20570 - £28218 | £18136 - £29110 | £21476 - £35822 |
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Course Description
Study global views on ancient, medieval and modern history with this joint honours ancient history and history degree. Learn how ancient civilisations inspired modern society and examine historical empires and cultures. You can also study literary transformations to develop an understanding of past societies.
You'll look at the different ways historians have approached the past, and study different periods in ancient and modern history. You'll cover the development of historical debates, ways of imagining the past, and topics ranging from ancient history to the war on terror.
Studying Ancient History and History at Southampton affords you the chance to grapple with and gain an insight into global perspectives on ancient, medieval and modern History in a highly successful research environment. You could also explore learning Latin or Ancient Greek.
Our digital humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting-edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre. Supported by an expert team, these technologies will enable you to start making and exploring in new and immersive ways.
*Subject to programme review for September 2024 entry
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Ancient History and History BA (Hons) at University of Southampton
24% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
14% | Therapy professionals |
11% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
9% | Engineering professionals |
7% | Teaching Professionals |
4% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
3% | Caring personal services |
3% | Sales occupations |
3% | Business and public service associate professionals |
2% | Therapy professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for History
All History courses of University of Southampton
English language requirements
test | Grade |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 |
IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Ancient History and History BA (Hons)
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
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International | £22300 | year 1 |
EU | £22300 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
V107
University Rankings
of University of Southampton
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 36 different rankings
Positions of University of Southampton in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Southampton in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #18
- #20
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- History
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #19
- #22
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- History
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #16
- #101
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- History
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 10 April, 2024]
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- #33
- #190
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- History
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 36 university rankings of University of Southampton
About University of Southampton
List of 379 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Southampton - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Southampton
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Southampton by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 14770
- postgraduates:
- 8470
- Total:
- 23240
Where is this programme taught



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FAQ about Ancient History and History BA (Hons) University of Southampton
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £24000 15 months after graduation, £26000 3 years after graduation and £31000 after graduation.
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals (24%), Therapy professionals (14%), Welfare and housing associate professionals (11%), Engineering professionals (9%)
- University of Southampton achieved the highest ranking for History. It is ranked #20 in (History). See all subject rankings for University of Southampton.
- Ancient History and History BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University of Southampton.
- It is moderately difficult to get accepted into this course. The average UCAS tariff score of this course is 146 which is among the
Percentile among all Ancient History students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 10 April, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024